Welcome to the Clubhouse

Welcome to the Clubhouse

Hosted by Sam Seitles and Don Swenson. We’ll be chatting with folks from all different backgrounds. Learning about what keeps them creating and how they view life through a creative lens.

Episodes

July 14, 2025 65 mins

We sat down with the wonderful, Laura Bethmann! Laura is a great part of what keeps Art Club moving forward.  We chatted about her amazing work in nature printing, watercolor, and illustration.  She is an award-winning artist and author, Laura’s books about Nature Printing are published by Storey Publishing, North Adams, MA. She has demonstrated her nature printing techniques on The Discovery Channel, HGTV and Lifetime Network. Pre...

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What a cool episode?!  Chances are some of you may have some of this week's guests' work in your house, and not even know it!  Sam and Don sat down with the wonderfully talented David Lichtenstein!   David has designed everything from watches, bags, SLGs and jewelry for such brands as Lucky, Juicy Couture, Kenneth Cole, Enyce, Ralph Lauren, & Michael Kors.    While at Michael Kors, he shifted again to become the Director of Har...

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June 9, 2025 67 mins

We sat down with the amazing, Jewelissa!  Jewelissa is a multi-hyphenate performer based in South Jersey & Philadelphia, renowned for their theatrical burlesque, fusion belly dance, silk fan veil prowess, and more. You may have seen her at BeardFest, Lunar Faire, or Philly’s OurFest! She was a featured performer at the 2024 RVA Burlesque Festival. In addition to her work as a performer, Jewelissa is an instructor and the Direct...

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May 26, 2025 68 mins

Whoa!  Fantastic conversation!!  We sat down with Dave White of Dave White's Music Loft.  Dave is an accomplished guitarist and music educator.  We talked about music, teaching, finding your people, and manifesting where you want to be.  Follow Dave White's Music Loft on Facebook and on Instagram at @dw_musicloft

Please forgive the intro.  We didn't rehearse.

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May 12, 2025 68 mins

We had the pleasure of chatting with Matt, a friend from Sam's childhood.  After years of working at Starbucks, Matt went back to school to become a therapist.  We talked with Matt about his journey, a tough encounter with a former Marine, and being challenged by social interactions.

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April 28, 2025 58 mins

Don sat down with Michael Cagno, Executive Director of the Noyes Museum of Art at Stockton University. Through building innovative partnerships and inclusive, dynamic programming, Michael has made art more accessible and impactful across the region. In this conversation, we explore his journey, his collaborative philosophy, and the vital role the arts play in fostering community.

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April 14, 2025 71 mins

Wow – what an incredible episode! We had the pleasure of sitting down with Ben Ott, the owner and founder of Cardboard Arena. Ben shared how he's building a vibrant community through the power of gaming, and we explored just how important the social side of gaming truly is.

We also dove into all things Magic: The Gathering – from the thrill of collecting and trading cards to the stunning artwork that first drew Ben into the game. 

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March 31, 2025 84 mins

Sam and Don sat down with Tom Burdak, Senior Gameplay Engineer with Epic Games.  We spoke with Tom about his journey from playing some of our favorite games to making some of our favorite games!  It's a conversation you do not want to miss.

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March 17, 2025 69 mins

Our guest this week is the amazing, Marjorie "Moxie" Sokoloff.  Moxie is the head of the theater department at Camden County College.  An award winning playwright and director, we talk with Moxie about her life in theater, what drives her creatively, and her and Don talk about some of their former theatrical productions.

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March 2, 2025 64 mins

Sam and Don had the privilege of sitting down with the incredible Kristine Goebel, Founder and CEO of Accompany Suite. Kristine and her team specialize in creating systems that foster healthier, more supportive relationships in the workplace. During their conversation, she shared her journey from her early days on Long Island to founding her own company. Kristine also opened up about her unique philosophy for helping businesses bui...

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February 17, 2025 73 mins

This was one for the books!  Sam and Don fanboyed (Sp?) out on this one.  Our guest was the amazing Daniel Horne! Daniel's work has graced the covers of fantasy and monster magazines, romance novels, children's books, the movie Crimson Peak, the Ninja Turtle/Universal Monster toys, and so much more.  We talked about his life in art, and what drives him creatively.  You can follow Daniel on Instagram @oldschooldan

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February 3, 2025 70 mins

What a way to start season two!  Jennifer Gordon is a dancer, choreographer, ABT certified teacher, producer, and owner of Allegory Dance Theatre.  We talk with Jennifer about growing up and her first exposures to dance classes, overcoming obstacles, how she uses real life experiences and classic tales to inspire her choreography, and Hope Dances; a program that brings the vast benefits of dance to senior citizens with a focus on t...

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November 25, 2024 67 mins

Holy cow that was fun!  Folks, we have Heather Swenson Brilla on this episode!  We chat about her past career in food service and fine dining, being a social worker, working on her doctorate, and exploring burner culture.  Yes, with all of the other stuff going on in Heather's life, she is a coordinator of Playa del Fuego, a regional burning man event run by The Fire Pony Creative Society.  To find out more about this regional burn...

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November 11, 2024 64 mins

Folks, get ready for this amazing chat with Delfino Falciani!  We take a deep dive into his highly creative mind, and unravel what goes into creating his amazing stories.  You can read issues of Dances in Exile at  Comics Fury - Dances in Exile

and learn about his other creative ventures at Equinox Art Studios

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October 28, 2024 68 mins

Sam sits down with co-host, Don Swenson to chat!  Don is the president of Art Club Hammonton and founder of Free Art Friday Hammonton.  They talk about Don's early art memories, what drives him to create, and what keeps him engaging in community art projects.  Learn more about Don and his art at @donswensonartist on Facebook and Instagram.

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October 14, 2024 62 mins

Sam and Don sat down with the amazing photographer Leroy Hickman.  We talked all about his work, film, horror movies, music, and what has influenced him over the years.

Learn more about Leroy on Facebook and Instagram at Ravendark Photography, and look out for the upcoming film Segments of Jonah.  You can find out more about this film on Facebook.

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September 30, 2024 64 mins

Wow!  Sam called up his friend, Amy Adams for an amazing chat! We talked with her about the winding road that lead to her first stage management gig, and how that launched her into much bigger roles in event management.  She has worked on some big projects such as Howl O Scream at Busch Gardens, and National Geographic's SharkCon!  Join us for an unbelievable hour of conversation!!

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September 16, 2024 62 mins

Get to know us! 

This episode is a treat.  Don interviewed Sam and learned a whole bunch about his journey.  We talked about teaching, wrestling, growing up in St. Louis and Florida, and some of his plans for the future.  Sam has a core of creative energy that knows no bounds!

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September 2, 2024 65 mins

Sam and Don sat down for a conversation with the incredible Wayne Lucina!  We spoke with Wayne about his influences, commercialism, his love for history, conspiracy theories, music, and his amazing artwork.  You do not want to miss this episode.

Learn more about Wayne through his website: https://waynelucinaart.net

And catch up with him on the socials: 

http://www.instagram.com/wlucinaart

http://www.facebook.com/wayne.lucina

 

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August 19, 2024 65 mins

For this episode, we welcomed Tania Pomales to the Clubhouse!  Tania spoke with us not only about her amazing art, but about her influences, meditation, and video games.  It was an exciting conversation about what impacts her work both creatively and spiritually.

For more information about Tania, visit her website: https://www.taniapomalesart.com/

and on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taniapomalesfineart/

 

 

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